RAC Funding Assessor

RAC Funding Assessor - Illawarra

Wollongong NSW, Australia Req #667
Thursday, 21 November 2024

• Travel around Wollongong
• Flexible hours and days – Monday to Friday, Full time or part time; no shift work 

• Annual Total Remuneration Package of $125,000.00 (Full time equivalent) 

• 7 additional leave days per year (pro rata for part time)  

• Mileage reimbursed at 88c km in line with Travel Policy 

• Pay less tax with Not For Profit Salary Packaging  

We’re thrilled to announce that our Aged Care Assessment Services (‘ACAS’) team is expanding, creating exciting opportunities ACAS positions offer flexibility and autonomy and are based across both metropolitan and regional locations, with most roles involving local travel within each region.  

What will your role look like?  As an Assessor you’ll be out and about in your Region visiting and completing Residential Aged Care (RAC) Funding Assessments using the AN-ACC Assessment Tool.  

Day to day this includes: Assessments for New residents, Respite care, reconsideration and palliative AN-ACC Assessment.   

To be successful in this role you’ll need:  

• A kind heart and genuine passion for the elderly 

• A Tertiary qualification in a health related discipline with the relevant current and unrestricted AHPRA Registration. Suitable for a Registered Nurse, Medical Officer, Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist with 5 years experience delivering clinical services in an aged care setting 

• Currently have or willing to obtain the RAC Funding Assessor accreditation. 

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Aged Care Act, AN-ACC Classification principles and Quality of Care principles 

• The ability to work autonomously in a geographically dispersed team while maintaining focus 

• Technologically savvy 

• Current unrestricted Class C NSW/ACT Drivers licence with access to a reliable motor vehicle 

•  Willingness to apply for a Police Check 

What we can offer you: 

• Join a highly engaged dynamic team where you’ll be supported to grow and take on new challenges 

• Make a real difference in the lives of Older Australians – play a critical role in assessing their needs and ensuring they get the right care 

• Build valuable skills and sharpen your expertise to help you grow a career in aged care services 

• Flexibility and fulfillment where you can prioritise work/life balance, build strong relationships with your colleagues and make an impact on clients and their families  

Aged Care Assessment Services (ACAS) operate independently of Catholic Healthcare and play a pivotal role in ensuring that Older Australians are assessed for the care and services they truly need.  

If you're passionate about making a difference and have the experience or skills for this role, we want to hear from you 

Aged Care Assessment Services acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream.  We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation.  We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.

Hello Recruitment Agencies, thanks for thinking of us. Right now, we’re looking to fill this opportunity directly so if we do need your assistance we’ll be in touch.

Other details

• Job family ACAS
• Pay type Salary
• Employment indicator Individual Contributor

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